Three Caos fighting for a bride? Zhen Ji, I, Cao Zhi, will take her!

As soon as Cao Pi left, Sima Lang came out of the compartment.

"Father, does the future of our Sima family really depend on the Second Young Master?"

Looking at Cao Pi's receding figure, Sima Lang said in a deep voice.

"In the future, does our Sima family still have a future?"

Sima Fang snorted coldly and said dissatisfiedly.

"First, there was the empty box sent by the Minister of Works, then there was the scoundrel Cao Zhi who killed Zhongda for no reason, and then there was the Minister of Works who lied to Cao Zhi in front of everyone!"

"Boda (Sima Lang, courtesy name Boda), our Sima family has now reached a critical juncture of life and death. If we do not actively seek opportunities for survival, then the Yang family's today will be our Sima family's tomorrow..."

Sima Fang said coldly.

It took him three full days to figure out the Sima family's current situation.

"So the hope father mentioned is to fully support the Second Young Master in his bid for the throne? And once the Second Young Master successfully ascends to the throne, he will then return the favor to our Sima family?"

Sima Lang frowned.

In his opinion, Sima Fang's actions were too risky.

After all, anyone with a discerning eye can see it.

In the current dispute over the succession, Cao Zhi clearly has the upper hand.

Enter the game at this time.

Of course, he could show his loyalty in front of Cao Pi.

But it was more about attracting fire for Cao Pi.

The Sima family can leave, but the timing is wrong!

"Him? In my opinion, the Prime Minister has long had the idea of ​​making Cao Zhi his heir, and he is just a tool used by the Prime Minister to confuse the Yingchuan gentry!"

Sima Fang said lightly.

"What? This is impossible, absolutely impossible!!"

Sima Lang was horrified.

The Han Dynasty at that time.

Influenced by Confucian culture.

The choice of heirs.

Usually the eldest son is the heir.

What's wrong with Cao Zhi being excellent? Cao Pi is not bad either!

Therefore, even Sima Lang, who looked down on Cao Pi, thought that Sima Fang was exaggerating.

After all, for hundreds of years, the idea of ​​establishing the eldest son as the heir has been deeply rooted in people's minds.

In addition, a few days ago, all the Yingchuan gentry decided to support Cao Pi.

Therefore, even Cao Pi's personal ability is not as good as Cao Zhi's.

But with the Yingchuan gentry pushing him from behind, how bad could Cao Pi be?

Of course, there is a more important point.

That is, Sima Lang himself is the eldest son.

Therefore, he was deeply disgusted with Cao Zhi's behavior of competing for the family property as a non-eldest son.

"I hope so, but I've sent someone to look into Cao Zhi's life over the past few days. Guess what I found?"

Sima Fang said.

"What did you find?"

Sima Lang felt a little uneasy.

"I've discovered that Cao Zhi has been displaying endless tricks over the past few months... Do you know what this means?"

Sima Fang told Sima Lang about Cao Zhi's recent behavior.

"That means he... Father, he can't be possessed by a demon! Otherwise, how could a thirteen-year-old boy achieve such great things!"

Sima Lang was shocked.

Everything Sima Fang said about Cao Zhi was too unbelievable.

Thinking of this, Sima Lang said anxiously:

"Father, since the Fourth Young Master is so powerful, why should we join the Second Young Master? The conflict between the Fourth Young Master and us is simply because he killed Zhongda. As long as we forget about this matter, there is still room for easing the relationship between the Sima family and the Fourth Young Master!"

Sima Lang acted very naturally when he said this.

This is the gentry.

In the face of sufficient benefits, even the hatred for killing one's father can be put aside.

What's more, Sima Yi is just his younger brother.

Seeing Sima Lang say this, Sima Fang immediately cast a satisfied look at Sima Lang.

But he added:

"What you said makes sense, but have you ever thought about what to do if we want to surrender but the other side doesn't want us to?"

"Moreover, the most important thing for us right now is not who to turn to, but to leverage the power of others to strengthen the power of our Sima family. As long as our Sima family's power is strong enough, then both Cao Pi and Cao Zhi will have to win us over..."

"What does father mean?"

Sima Lang narrowed his eyes slightly. At this moment, he finally understood why Sima Fang defected to Cao Pi.

"Use Cao Pi's intention to deal with Cao Zhi, and with his influence, place our Sima family's men in every corner of the court!"

"For example, when we send troops to Qingzhou this time, our Sima family must capture three generals of miscellaneous titles and gain a foothold in the military camp.

After taking Qingzhou, we must seize control of at least one county, and only Cao Pi can give us this..."

Sima Fang said quietly.

"Father, that's a good idea!"

Sima Lang was overjoyed to see that Sima Fang had already pointed out the future path for the Sima family.

……

Xun You's residence.

When Cao Pi came to find him.

It is said that Cao Cao appointed him as the General of the Five Officials and arranged for him to marry into the Chen family of Yingchuan.

Xun You was stunned.

In his opinion, the reason why Cao Cao did this.

It's just about maintaining balance.

It just allows the two major aristocratic families in Henan and Hebei to consume each other to the greatest extent.

However, risks often come with opportunities.

Just be careful and cautious.

By then, the benefits given up by other families may be obtained by the Xun family.

Thinking of this, Xun You couldn't help but sigh at his own intelligence.

So Xun You asked Cao Pi very considerately about his next plan.

"I'm going to ask my father to send troops to Qingzhou!"

Cao Zhi said loudly.

He deliberately concealed the existence of Sima Fang.

Make this suggestion your own idea.

However, Xun You obviously did not notice Cao Pi's little thoughts.

At this moment, after hearing Cao Pi say that he would send troops to Qingzhou.

Xun You’s first reaction was issues such as soldiers, horses, money and food.

After all, although others did not know that Cao Cao was short of soldiers and food, Xun You knew it.

If Cao Pi had sent troops to Qingzhou at the same time Cao Zhi sent troops to Bingzhou.

That means more troops, money and food will be needed.

It was Cao Pi who took the initiative to propose the expedition to Qingzhou.

Therefore, the necessary troops, horses, money and food naturally had to be provided by the Henan gentry.

But if there are not enough benefits, will those nobles be willing to contribute money and food?

"No, if they knew that the Second Young Master had been appointed General of the Five Officials, they would surely be happy to provide the money and food!"

Thought of this.

Xun You suddenly thought, could this also be part of Cao Cao's plan?

Cao Cao didn't know what Xun You was thinking.

If Cao Cao knew about this, he would definitely admit it generously, "Yes, that was my plan."

Use this to highlight your intelligence!

……

Seeing that Xun You agreed to his plan.

Cao Pi was very happy at this time.

Just when he was thinking about going to Cao Cao to explain the matter, he was stopped by Xun You.

Cao Pi: “???”

"Second Young Master, I hope you can mention this to Sikong after the Fourth Young Master leaves Ye City. After all, there are still seven days before the Fourth Young Master leaves Ye City. Seven days is enough time for a lot to change!"

Xun You said in a deep voice.

Xun You's original intention was to worry that Cao Pi would do something unexpected at this time, causing the plan to go awry.

But the words came from Xun You's mouth.

It was as if he was caring about Cao Pi.

At this moment, after hearing Xun You's words.

Cao Pi was stunned at first, then nodded in agreement.

In fact, he was also worried that Cao Zhi would take advantage of the opportunity to cause trouble.

Now that Xun You has given Cao Pi a way out, it's natural for him to take advantage of it.

Just like that, the two of them understood each other tacitly.

The plan was delayed until seven days later.

And in order to prevent accidents in the next few days.

Cao Pi has been behaving very well these days.

……

There was no more trouble from Cao Pi.

Cao Zhi had a very fulfilling life these days.

Every morning he went to Juxian Hall to teach the philosophy of mind to the students.

In the afternoon, I went to the military camp and participated in the cavalry training.

After returning home in the evening.

He also had in-depth exchanges with Zhen Ji and Liu Min.

During this period.

Cao Zhi also visited Cui's house.

Discuss with Cui Yan the arrangements for the Jizhou gentry after he is no longer in Yecheng.

In addition, Cao Zhi also went to the Prince of Zhao's Mansion.

After learning that Cao Zhi had gone to Bingzhou.

King Zhao once again generously donated 100,000 taels of gold as sponsorship.

Of the last 500,000 taels of gold, only 50,000 taels were taken away by Chen Dao.

The rest was given to the Zhen family in the name of business.

And this time it was 100,000 taels of gold.

Also for business reasons, the shop was transferred to Cao Zhi.

And this is the result.

Zhen Ji has been suffering from insomnia these past few nights.

It’s because the transaction amount is too large.

Zhen Ji was not confident in leaving these matters to other people.

Therefore, I had to work overtime all night.

After Cao Zhi learned about this.

I couldn't help but touch my nose in embarrassment.

Because this was the first time he experienced the butterfly effect at such a close distance.

And to help Zhen Ji vent her anger.

Cao Zhi whipped Liu Min severely several times.

Then, Cao Zhi gave Zhen Ji the Arabic numerals and simple mathematical algorithms of later generations.

Zhen Ji was very troubled by this.

But when Zhen Ji thought that doing so could help Cao Zhi, she became full of motivation.

……

Time flies.

in a blink.

Seven days passed.

Seven days later.

Outside the west gate of Yecheng.

Cao Zhi was wearing Overlord armor, holding Overlord spear, and riding a black horse.

A green steel sword at the waist and a thunderous bow behind the back.

Judging from his appearance alone, this is the impression Cao Zhi gave people at that time.

He is no longer inferior to Lu Bu, Guan Yu and others.

One step behind Cao Zhi.

Ju Qi, Zhang He, Zhang Liao, and Le Jin.

At this time, he was also wearing fish-scale armor and riding a fine horse.

behind them.

There were five thousand cavalrymen wearing double saddles.

Opposite Cao Zhi and others.

Cao Cao brought a group of civil and military officials to see Cao Zhi and others off.

"Zijian, be careful on your journey and take care of yourself!"

Cao Cao said in a deep voice.

"Please rest assured, father. This time, I will definitely kill the high-ranking officials and take over Bingzhou!"

Cao Zhi said loudly.

This is the situation.

If it is accompanied by a tragic music.

There is a sense of tragedy and grandeur like "The wind is whistling and the Yi River is cold, the hero will never return once he leaves."

Seeing Cao Zhi's answer, Cao Cao couldn't help but frown.

Pulling Cao Zhi aside and seeing that there was no one around, Cao Cao whispered:

"Zijian, if you can win this time, your father will be happy, but if you lose, don't worry too much. As long as you come back safely, your father will be very happy!"

"Ok??"

Hearing Cao Cao say this, Cao Zhi couldn't help but feel moved.

Cao Cao seems to be ruthless, and in fact he is ruthless, but he is very ruthless to himself.

Thought of this.

Cao Zhi was about to say a few nice words to comfort Cao Cao.

But at this moment, the system's voice sounded in Cao Zhi's ears.

"Ding, the system has detected that the host is facing a choice and now offers the following three options."

"Choose one, tell Cao Cao that you will protect yourself, and you will receive a copy of the Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine!"

"Choose two. Promise Cao Cao that you won't return until you capture Bingzhou. You'll receive a copy of Li Bai's Poems!"

"Choose three. Use Cao Cao's dark history as an example to tell Cao Cao that even if you lose miserably, you can return safely. You will receive a copy of 'Yuanheng Horse Healing Collection'!"